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Massive Contraband SeizureTTPS Intercepts Major Smuggling Operation at Carenage Pier

Shore Pier 3, Carenage, Diego Martin

A significant law enforcement operation was executed by the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) at Shore Pier 3, Carenage, Western Division, around 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Under the direction of Commissioner Allister Guevarro and DCP Suzette Martin, multiple specialized units intercepted a vessel offloading a massive shipment of contraband believed to be from Suriname. Police seized approximately 1,000 cases of vodka, 200 cases of Johnnie Walker, 200 cases of Hennessy, and 1,000 cases of ATLANTA cigarettes. Sixteen suspects were apprehended after attempting to flee, and four trucks involved in the transport were seized.

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This is the 1st seizures reported in Carenage in 2025.

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Safe Haven Status — Carenage

Risk Level: 2.5/10 · Primary Concern: Attempted Murder

Seasonal Vigilance: Crime patterns can shift during holiday seasons even in safe areas. Maintain your security routines during festive periods when homes may be unoccupied for travel.

Evening Activity Safe Zone: With minimal after-dark incidents, Carenage supports an active evening culture — residents report feeling comfortable walking, jogging, and socialising well into the night.

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